| Now, thanks to new materials and techniques, it's easier for anyone to get professional-looking results every time! Master tilesetter Michael Byrne's fully updated book explains everything anyone needs to know about tiling in an easy-to-read format. With the help of real-life installations, he demonstrates floor, wall, countertop and bathroom techniques. He covers the many types of tile—including natural stone. He explains tools, setting materials, preparation and layout. The traditional mortar-bed method is still covered, but easy-to-use backerboard and waterproofing membranes now get special attention.
Byrne delivers all the basics tilesetters rely on . . . plus all the fresh ideas and innovative methods they need to do the job right.
See the companion videos, Tiling Floors, Tiling Walls, and Tiling Countertops. Page numbers from the book are keyed to the screen so you can refer back for more information.
Table of Contents
Introduction—Chapter 1. Ceramic Tile; Chapter 2. Natural Stone Tile; Chapter 3. Setting Materials; Chapter 4. Tools and Safety; Chapter 5. Surface Preparation; Chapter 6. Expansion Joints and Membranes; Chapter 7. Layout; Chapter 8. Basic Application Techniques; Chapter 9. Floor Installations; Chapter 10. Wall Installations; Chapter 11. Countertop Installations;
Chapter 12. Special Installations; Chapter 13. Troubleshooting and Repairs; Resource Guide; Glossary; Index. |
